Chapter 1 Summary

Darcy breezes into her and Rachel's studio with the news that Dex has called off their wedding. Darcy then confesses that she has been having an affair with Marcus, is pregnant with his child, and will be marrying Marcus. Darcy apologizes to Rachel who recently dated Marcus, but explains they were overcome by their emotions.

Darcy pauses as she notices the custom Rolex she bought for Dex on Rachel's bedside table. Darcy walks over to it and questions Rachel bluntly. Darcy's best friend stumbles around excuses, finally saying the watch belongs to her. Darcy picks it up and reads out loud the inscription Rachel helped her to choose. Darcy begins looking for Dex. When she reaches the closet, Rachel attempts to block her but is unsuccessful. Darcy finds Dex in his underwear, crouching in the corner of Rachel's closet.

Having heard Darcy's unwitting...